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About us

For more than 55 years, The Bridge Youth & Family Services has been strengthening communities across the Okanagan by providing evidence-based, person-centered services that help children, youth, adults and families thrive.

Our work spans four key service areas: Parenting Education & Support, Children, Youth & Family Counselling, Foster Home & Caregiver Support, and Recovery & Addiction Services. Through these programs, we provide compassionate, accessible support that helps people build resilience, strengthen relationships, overcome challenges and achieve lasting wellbeing.

From supporting parents experiencing postpartum mental health challenges through Beyond the Blues, to helping youth and adults on their recovery journey through live-in treatment and supported recovery programs, to providing counselling, outreach and foster caregiver support, our services are designed to meet people where they are and walk alongside them every step of the way.

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with healthcare providers, Indigenous partners, schools, government, community agencies and donors to deliver innovative solutions that respond to evolving community needs and create lasting impact.

Governed by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and powered by a team of skilled professionals and volunteers, The Bridge continues to transform lives, build stronger families and create healthier communities throughout the Okanagan.

We transform lives and build community

  • Our Mission

    We inspire healthy communities and resilient people through innovation, leadership and collaboration. The Bridge strengthens communities, families and people by offering a constellation of services and programs that reflect our commitment to the incredible potential of all we are honoured to serve.

  • Our Vision

    Resilient Communities Where Everyone Thrives

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Our Programs

Youth Recovery House

A voluntary live-in program for young people...

Creative Playtime

A family education program...

Supported Recovery

A transition housing program for adults...

Meet Our Team

Governed by a committed Board of Directors, led by a seasoned Executive Director, and supported by a team of more than 100 professional staff and volunteers, The Bridge consistently demonstrates its capacity to meet the needs of the community we serve.

Luke Brimmage

Luke Brimmage

Executive Director
Helen French

Helen French

Director of Services
Jenny Backeburg

Jenny Backeberg

Director of Services
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Kelly Paley

Director of Community Engagement
Team

TyLynne Whitman

Human Resources & Administration Manager
Team

Jim Cavaliero

Director of Finance
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